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Ultimate control over image exposure, detail, and

color gives you the power
to make your photos pop.

Advanced JPEG artifact

reduction filters eliminate
JPEG compression artifacts
while preserving image
detail like never before.

Advanced noise reduction

filters noise while maximizing and retaining image
detail simply and effortlessly.

Specializes in overall image

improvement. Features
sharpening, reconstructing, enlarging, high-quality
noise removal and JPEG
artifact damage tools.

Takes any of your regular

photos and effortlessly
turn them into beautiful
works of art.

Specializes in creating crisp

and stylized images. Also
features extensive smoothing capabilities.

3 levels of intricate and specific detail enhancement

for naturally enhanced
images with no halos.

Remove unwanted
backgrounds from your
digital images quickly and
easily with the new Topaz
ReMask.

Bring the power of

Topaz to your Aperture,
iPhoto and Lightoom workflow with the new Fusion
Express plug-in.

For Topaz tutorials and resources please visit: http://www.topazlabs.com/tutorials

Table of Contents

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I. Introduction
A. Introduction

II. Installation
A. Installation
B. Mac Installation
C. Windows Installation
E. Licensing
F. Extended Setup

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III. Host-Specific Installation (Windows)

A. Irfanview
B. Accessing Topaz in Lightroom
C. Accessing Topaz in iPhoto

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III. Fusion Express Setup (Mac)

A. Installation
B. Aperture Setup
C. Lightroom Setup
D. iPhoto Setup

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IV. Additional Resources

A. FAQs
B. Conect with Topaz

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For Topaz tutorials and resources please visit: http://www.topazlabs.com/tutorials

Introduction

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Thank you for your purchase. We hope that you enjoy your new Topaz software and that the programs will help you enhance your
vision with your Photography and design work. Topaz software specializes in simplifying your post-processing tasks, while delivering a set of high-powered tools to improve project quality while expediting the workflow.
Getting started with your new Topaz software is quick and easy. If you have not done so already, please go online and register
your 12-character show key found on your disc, so that you can receive your bundle license key. You can do this online at:
www.topazlabs.com/showkeys.php
Once you receive your Topaz Photoshop Bundle key, you can begin installing your software. Please see page 5 for more details.

Please note, if any of the following applies to your system setup then please also see the Extended Setup section on page 9.
1. Have your Photoshop or Elements program installed in a non default location.
2. Have more than one version of Photoshop on your computer.
3. Want to use Topaz in more than one compatible version of Photoshop and / or Photoshop Elements on the same computer.

We routinely update our software to give you the latest in technology, functionality and convenience. You can check for updates
and download them online at: www.topazlabs.com/downloads. When you do this, you will use your same bundle key to register
the new versions.

For Topaz tutorials and resources please visit: http://www.topazlabs.com/tutorials

Installation

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The first thing you will need to do is run the program installers for your new Topaz software. Please make sure that Photoshop
(or your other editing program) is closed before you begin the installation.
Also, please also make sure that you are NOT running any software updates on your computer while trying to install.
Please insert your Topaz program disc and select either Mac or Windows to begin.

For Topaz tutorials and resources please visit: http://www.topazlabs.com/tutorials

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Mac Installation

IMPORTANT: If you want to use Mac in Aperture, Lightroom or iPhoto on Mac, then please install ONLY the Fusion Express file
and follow the setup steps listed in the Fusion Express setup starting on page 13. You will also need an OS of 10.5 or higher for
Fusion Express. (Using Fusion Express will also make your plug-ins accessible in Photoshop or Elements if you still wish to use
them there as well.)
Please double-click on the psbundle.dmg to run the installer. Then follow the on screen commands and agree to the license
terms. The installer will automatically install the plug-ins into your Photoshop or Photoshop Elements program for you.

For Topaz tutorials and resources please visit: http://www.topazlabs.com/tutorials

Windows Installation

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IMPORTANT: At this time Fusion Express for Lightroom Windows is not yet available. To receive notification when it becomes
available, please sign up for the Topaz newsletter online at: www.topazlabs.com/list
For Windows, you will need to install each Topaz program individually. Please double-click on the Topaz Adjust file (or any Topaz
program of your choice) double-click on the32-bit Windows installer it will be the Program Name_setup.msi to run the installer. Then follow the on screen commands and agree to the license terms. The installer will automatically install the plug-ins into
your Photoshop or Photoshop Elements program for you. To use Topaz in Irfanview, Paint Shop Pro or Photo Impact, please see
the host specific installation section starting on page 10.
Please note: If you are a 64-bit Photoshop user you will need to also install the Program Name_ x64setup file immediately
after you install the regular set up file.
Please repeat this process for each of your Topaz bundle programs.

For Topaz tutorials and resources please visit: http://www.topazlabs.com/tutorials

Licensing

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Once installation is complete, you can enter your bundle license key and begin using your new Topaz software. To do this, please
open up an image in Photoshop.
Please note: In order to access your Topaz filters, your image will need to be 8-bit or 16-bit and in RGB color mode.
Then go to Filter -> Topaz Labs and select Topaz Adjust. Once the interface loads, please click on Menu and select Enter Key. You
can then enter your name and your bundle license key.

You will need to repeat this step for each of your Topaz programs. After you have done this you are ready to use your software!

*Please note that your Activation boxes may appear different in color and / or style.

For Topaz tutorials and resources please visit: http://www.topazlabs.com/tutorials

Extended Setup

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Non Default Setup

If you have your Photoshop application installed in a non default location (nested in a folder or subfolder), then Topaz may not
be able to find it when it is installing. To manually add the plug-in files to your Photoshop folder after you install please go to:
MAC: HD -> Library -> Application Support -> Topaz Labs -> Program Name -> Plug-ins
WINDOWS: C:\ Program Files \ Topaz Labs \ Program Name \ Plug-ins
Once you locate the plug-ins here, create a shortcut (alias) of the plug-in and put it in your Photoshop plug-ins folder.
Then restart Photoshop and you should be able to access it.
To access your Photoshop plug-ins file please go to:
MAC: HD -> Applications -> Photoshop CSX -> Plug-ins.
WINDOWS: C:\ Program Files \ Adobe \ Photoshop CSx \ Plug-ins

Use in More than One Editing Program

If you want to use your Topaz software in more than one compatible version of Photoshop or Elements you may do so. To set
this up, please go to your Photoshop plug-ins folder that currently has your Topaz plug-ins, and copy the plug-in files then put
them in the plug-ins folder of your other Photoshop version. To access your Photoshop files follow the directions above.
Then restart Photoshop and you should be able to access it.

For Topaz tutorials and resources please visit: http://www.topazlabs.com/tutorials

Irfanview Installation

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How to install Topaz Adjust in Irfanview
1. Make sure that you have downloaded and installed
the 8bf plug-in add-on, available on the Irfanview
webpage. (http://www.software.com/irfanview-plugin)

3. In the screen that pops up, select Add 8BF filters

and navigate to the C:\Program Files\Topaz Labs\Topaz Adjust 4 \Plug-ins folder and click OK. You will
then see Topaz Adjust 4 in the Available/Loadable
8BF Filters section.

2. Open Irfanview and go to Image -> Effects -> Adobe

8BF filters.

4. To use Topaz Adjust 4 in the future, simply go to

Image -> Effects> Adobe 8BF filters again and select
Topaz Adjust 4.

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For Topaz tutorials and resources please visit: http://www.topazlabs.com/tutorials

Paint Shop Pro Installation

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How to install Topaz Adjust in Paintshop Pro
1. First launch PaintShop Pro.

3. Choose C:\Program Files\Topaz Labs\Topaz Adjust 4

plug-ins and click OK.

2. Go to Menu file -> Preferences -> File Locations.

Select Plug-ins from the File Types list and click
Add.

4. Topaz Adjust 4 is now available to use. Simply go to

Effects -> Plug-ins and select Topaz Adjust 4.

For Topaz tutorials and resources please visit: http://www.topazlabs.com/tutorials

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Photo Impact Installation

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How to install Topaz Adjust in Photo Impact
1. First launch Photo Impact.
2. Go to File -> Preferences -> General or use shortcut
key F6.

Then click on the

button and browse to find the
Adjust 4 plug-in folder located in: C:\Program Files\Topaz Labs\Topaz Adjust 4 plug-ins and then click OK.

4. Restart Photo Impact. Go to Menu -> Effect to access

plug-in.

3. Select Plug-ins from the Categories list.

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For Topaz tutorials and resources please visit: http://www.topazlabs.com/tutorials

Fusion Express Installation

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Overview
Topaz Fusion Express is a plug-in, which means it wont run by itself and requires one of the following host programs:
Apple Aperture, Apple iPhoto or Adobe Lighroom. You will also need a Mac OS of 10.5 or higher for Fusion Express.
To Install Topaz Fusion Express
1. Close Aperture, Lightroom or iPhoto.
2. Double-click on the Topaz Fusion Express dmg (Mac) file to access the installer.

Mac Dmg

3. Double-click on the topazfusion_install package to launch the Topaz Fusion installer, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

For Topaz tutorials and resources please visit: http://www.topazlabs.com/tutorials

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Fusion Express Installation

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4. Your Topaz plug-ins will automatically be installed in your Fusion Express folder Aperture. However, for Lightroom and iPhoto
you will need to take a few additional steps to load them before use.
Entering Your Key
Although Topaz Fusion does not require a key, you will still need to enter your license key or trial key for your individual Topaz programs. Entering your trial key allows you to save your projects and print them during your evaluation period. Entering your license
key allows you to do the same, except without any time limitations.
1. Start by opening up an image in Aperture, Lightroom or iPhoto.
2. Go to Image-> Edit With -> Topaz Fusion Express -> Program Name -> Run -> Menu -> Enter key.
3. You can then copy and paste or type your key in.

You will need to repeat this step for each of your Topaz programs. After you have done this you are ready to use your software!

*Please note that your Activation boxes may appear different in color and / or style.

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For Topaz tutorials and resources please visit: http://www.topazlabs.com/tutorials

Fusion Express + Aperture

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How to access your Topaz plug-ins in Aperture

Topaz Fusion Express works as a standard Aperture plug-in. After installing Topaz Fusion Express a menu option will be added under Images -> Edit With.

To access Topaz follow these simple steps:

1. First launch Aperture and open up the desired project folder.

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Fusion Express + Aperture

2. Go to Image-> Edit With -> Topaz Fusion Express to access the Fusion Express program selection menu.

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3. Choose the Topaz filter that you wish to use and click Run.

4. Your Topaz interface will then load, allowing you to make your image adjustments.

For Topaz tutorials and resources please visit: http://www.topazlabs.com/tutorials

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Fusion Express + Lightroom Setup

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How to access your Topaz plug-ins in Lightroom

Before you start using Topaz Fusion Express in Lightroom, you need to configure Topaz Fusion Express as the external editor for
Lightroom. (Photoshop is configured in Lightroom as the default external editor)

To configure Topaz Fusion Express as the Additional External Editor follow these simple steps:
Go to: Lightroom -> Preferences

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Fusion Express + Lightroom Setup

External Editing Configuration

Navigate to the External Editing section. You will need to make several selections here in order to configure Lightrooms external
editing options, and to set Topaz Fusion Express as your default external editor.

For Topaz tutorials and resources please visit: http://www.topazlabs.com/tutorials

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Fusion Express + Lightroom Setup

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Under the External Editing section you will need to make the following selections:

1. Application
Sets Topaz Fusion
Express as the
default editing
application.

2. File

Format

Selects the
file format
for images.

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4 Bit Depth
Selects the Bit Depth settings for Lightroom.

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3. Color Space
Selects the Color Space
settings for Lightroom.

For Topaz tutorials and resources please visit: http://www.topazlabs.com/tutorials

Fusion Express + Lightroom Setup

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1. Application

Under this section that you will need to set Topaz Fusion Express as your default external editor.
For Mac find it here: HD -> Library -> Application Support -> Topaz Labs -> Fusion Express

Select the Topaz Fusion Express program and select Open or Choose
Important: You MUST first go to your Macintosh HD, then navigate to Library -> Application Support -> Topaz Labs -> Fusion Exp ->
Topaz Fusion Express. Failure to do so, will make the necessary file inaccessible.

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Fusion Express + Lightroom Setup

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2. File Format
Select TIFF in the File Format pull-down menu.

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Fusion Express + Lightroom Setup

3. Color Space

Select ProPhoto RGB for Color Space to best preserve color details from Lighroom.

For Topaz tutorials and resources please visit: http://www.topazlabs.com/tutorials

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Fusion Express + Lightroom Setup

3. Bit Depth

Select 16 bits / component. It is recommended to use this setting to best preserve color details.

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For Topaz tutorials and resources please visit: http://www.topazlabs.com/tutorials

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Fusion Express + Lightroom

After configuring Topaz Fusion Express as the additional External Editor in Lightroom, a menu item called, Edit in TopazFusionExpress .., is added under Lightrooms Photo -> Edit In pull-up menu.

For Topaz tutorials and resources please visit: http://www.topazlabs.com/tutorials

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Fusion Express + Lightroom Setup

Once the Topaz Fusion Express menu loads, choose the Topaz filter that you wish to use and click Run.

Your Topaz interface will then load allowing you to make your image adjustments.

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For Topaz tutorials and resources please visit: http://www.topazlabs.com/tutorials

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Fusion Express + iPhoto Setup

How to access your Topaz plug-ins in iPhoto

Before you start using Topaz Fusion Express in iPhoto, you need to configure Topaz Fusion Express as the external editor for iPhoto.

To configure Topaz Fusion Express as the Additional External Editor follow these simple steps:

For Topaz tutorials and resources please visit: http://www.topazlabs.com/tutorials

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Fusion Express + iPhoto Setup

External Editing Configuration

Navigate to the General section. You will need to make several selections here in order to configure iPhotos external editing options,
and to set Topaz Fusion Express as your default external editor.

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Fusion Express + iPhoto Setup

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Under the General section you will need to set Topaz Fusion Express as your default external editor.
Find it here: HD -> Library -> Application Support -> Topaz Labs -> Fusion Exp

Select the Topaz Fusion Express program and select Open.

Important: You MUST first go to your Macintosh HD, then navigate to Library -> Application Support -> Topaz Labs -> Fusion Exp ->
Topaz Fusion Express. Failure to do so, will make the necessary file inaccessible.

For Topaz tutorials and resources please visit: http://www.topazlabs.com/tutorials

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Fusion Express + iPhoto Setup

iPhotos edit photo option should now show Topaz Fusion Express as your default external editor.

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Fusion Express + iPhoto Setup

Next, go to the Advanced section and select the box next to Save edits as 16-bit TIFF Files.

For Topaz tutorials and resources please visit: http://www.topazlabs.com/tutorials

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Fusion Express + iPhoto Setup

After configuring Topaz Fusion Express as the additional External Editor in iPhoto, you can access your Topaz programs by clicking
on the Edit button at the bottom of the iPhoto interface. This will load the Topaz Fusion Express program menu so that you can
select the Topaz program that you wish to edit with.

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Fusion Express + iPhoto Setup

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Once the Topaz Fusion Express menu loads, choose the Topaz filter that you wish to use and click Run.

Your Topaz interface will then load allowing you to make your image adjustments.

For Topaz tutorials and resources please visit: http://www.topazlabs.com/tutorials

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Where do I enter my key?

To enter your key please open an image in Photoshop and
go to Filter -> Topaz Labs -> Adjust 4 -> Menu -> Enter Key.
You can then copy & paste or type in your license key and
then select OK. If you are using Fusion, open a Topaz program via the Fusion menu and when the interface loads click
on Menu -> Enter Key.
My Topaz bundle key doesnt work!
There are a couple of reasons why Topaz might think your
key is invalid.
When you go to enter your key please check the following:
1. Please verify that you are entering the key in the Activation Code field and not the Name field as this is sometimes confusing.
2. Make sure that as youre entering the key you have nothing in the space beforehand. This means clicking, pressing
Ctrl-A, and hitting Delete to make sure that absolutely nothing is in that field before you paste in the key.
If you are typing it in please make sure that you are entering
the dashes but it is always easier to just copy & paste.
My Topaz filters are grayed out in the filter menu.
Please make sure that you are using a 8-bit or 16-bit image
that is in RGB color mode. This will allow you to access your
Topaz programs.

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How do I access the program user guides??

You can also view your program user guides for more information on program features and sample workflows. You
can access your user guide from within each program by
going to Menu -> User Guide.
MAC: HD -> Library -> Application Support -> Topaz
Labs -> Adjust 4 -> Docs

WINDOWS: Computer -> C:/ -> Program Files -> Topaz

Labs -> Topaz Adjust 4 -> Docs

Do you have any other program tutorials?

Yes, please visit: http://www.topazlabs.com/tutorials/

I have a question not listed here.

Please visit our knowledge base online at:
http://www.topazlabs.com/support/kb/
If you are not able to find the answer there then please visit
our new Topaz Forum online at: www.topazlabs.com/forum
or email customer support at: support@topazlabs.com

For Topaz tutorials and resources please visit: http://www.topazlabs.com/tutorials

Connect with Topaz

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Check out our new Forum and our blog for

tutorials, tips and updates from Topaz Labs!

Follow us on Twitter for notifications of

recent news and easily get in touch with us
whenever you feel like it!

Find us on our Facebook page and network

with other Topaz users!

Participate in the entirely user-led Topaz

Flickr group for a helpful and highly active
community for Topaz Photoshop plug-ins!

Subscribe to our YouTube channel to keep

up with any newly released product video
tutorials!

For Topaz tutorials and resources please visit: http://www.topazlabs.com/tutorials

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